Politics & GovernmentPort of Bellingham commissioner announces he’ll run for state Senate seatMichael Alvarez Shepard said he will be seeking to replace state Sen. Sharon Shewmake, who is not running for re-election next year.December 8, 2025 at 1:01 PM
After 6 years in business, Whatcom County food trucks will shut down this summerFebruary 9, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Fatal house fire in Sumas caused by faulty wiring, investigators concludeUpdated February 9, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Sugarcane, a wedding and a frog: Decoding Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime showUpdated February 9, 2026 at 5:53 PM
‘This is in jeopardy’: Whatcom County schools’ mental health funds are drying upFebruary 9, 2026 at 5:20 AM
Local ElectionVoters opted to expand the Port of Bellingham’s commission. What’s next?Updated November 7, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Local ElectionElection update: Port of Bellingham appears to have a new commissionerUpdated November 7, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Local ElectionElection 2025: Here’s who is leading, trailing in early Whatcom County returnsUpdated November 7, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Local ElectionPort of Bellingham race tightens as new Whatcom County ballot tallies postedUpdated November 6, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Local ElectionElection Day 2025: Thousands turn out to vote on Whatcom County candidates, initiativesNovember 4, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Local ElectionElection: Whatcom County Council race pits left-leaning Bellingham candidatesUpdated October 23, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Local ElectionElection Day is near, but it’s not too late to register to vote. Here’s howUpdated October 21, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Local ElectionElection: Whatcom County Council’s District 3 could be key to supermajorityUpdated October 20, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Local ElectionElection: Three-term Whatcom County Council member faces head of local GOPUpdated October 20, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Local ElectionElection: Whatcom County voters to decide on Port race, commission sizeUpdated October 20, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Local ElectionElection: Four-term Bellingham council member vs. former Whatcom Democrats chairUpdated October 20, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Local ElectionElection: Public health official challenges Bellingham City Council presidentUpdated October 20, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Local ElectionElection: Neighborhood activist challenges Ward 4 Bellingham City Council memberUpdated October 20, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Local ElectionElection: Whatcom County property tax levies could fund schools, fire servicesUpdated October 20, 2025 at 11:07 AM
LocalA suspected drunken driver hit a Whatcom County ballot box. Is your vote secure?Updated October 20, 2025 at 11:05 AM
LocalBellingham’s proposed 2026 budget has layoffs, service cuts and a new taxUpdated September 30, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Local ElectionWhatcom County voters approve library levy; Council incumbent likely oustedUpdated August 5, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Local ElectionPrimary election: Crowded field vying for Whatcom County Council District 3 seatUpdated July 25, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Local ElectionPrimary election: Three candidates seeking open seat on Whatcom County CouncilUpdated July 24, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Local ElectionPrimary election: Newcomers looking to replace Port of Bellingham commissionerUpdated July 24, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Local ElectionBellingham measure protecting tenant rights qualifies for November ballotUpdated July 22, 2025 at 12:45 PM
LocalFacing higher costs and operating deficit, Whatcom library seeks tax hikeJuly 19, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Local ElectionShould Port of Bellingham Commission expand to five members? Voters will decideJuly 17, 2025 at 5:00 AM
